# Looking Forward and Looking Back.

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Podcast: [PoliticsNation](https://stenobird.com/podcast/politicsnation-7108840)
Published: 2026-02-22T01:14:15+00:00
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## Resource

Tonight’s episode of Politics Nation opens with a tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson, highlighting his legacy of cooperation and humanity. Later in the show, Reverend Al Sharpton addresses current tensions, including the president’s criticism of Supreme Court justices, threats of military action against Iran, and the ongoing government shutdown over immigration policy. The looming midterm election, shaped by these controversies, is also discussed, with the House’s top Democrat joining the show for further analysis. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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